1982 Lancia Prisma vs. 2003 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2003 Seat Arosa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 2003 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Seat Arosa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Arosa. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Arosa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Prisma | 2003 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Lancia | Seat |
| Model | Prisma | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2330 mm |
